1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Acty weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2002 Honda Acty | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Zeta | Acty |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |